Review: Discovered by Lisa M. Clark

Discovered

The Message worth dying for . . . 

The government tells fifteen-year-old Simon Clay everything he needs to know. Except what really happened to his mom. And why no one can go out at night. And why the Darkness is so dangerous.

By day, Simon pushes against every boundary there is. And by night, secret visitors and hidden messages make him question everything his life entails. 

There’s a truth out there to be discovered, a truth the government will stop at nothing to stamp out. Join Simon and the Messengers as they risk their lives to protect it.

Discovered is the first book in "the Messengers" series by Lisa M. Clark.

This book is in the "futuristic genre".

The plot behind this series is so unique. The town of New Morgan, once called Morganland, has taken Christianity from it's people. They can't talk about Jesus, and anyone who believes is persecuted. However there is an underground group of believers who are getting God's word back out there again, at the risk of their own lives.  I got so many underground church vibes from this. It was definitely an interesting read.

There was character growth, new converts, faith, mentors, secrets and danger. There were so many layers to this book.

I felt like the story didn't really start until chapter 6. Chapters 1-5 really felt like a lot of backstory, it was a necessity considering this was the first book in the series. Once I got into the meat it was a fast read. (I stayed up quite late so I could finish it) 

I give this book a 3/5 stars, and I am excited to read the sequel. (As well as any other books she may write)

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Quotes: 

"But wherever there is truth, there is an effort to destroy it". 

-Jonathan Clay pg. 123

"Son, we are not of this world, but we are in it. You may feel as if you're the on the outside looking in, and there's a reason for that. But we can't abandon this world altogether. The people of this world need us. And we need to participate in it the best we can as - well, as ambassadors." 

-Jonathan Clay pg. 166  

*I received this book from the author for an honest review* *All thoughts and opinions are my own* 

Review: Whither Shall I Go? by Gina Holder

Whither Shall I Go?

"I miss him too, Bitty, but God knows best. Someday you'll see." If only I could believe that...

In 1911, Ellie Williams struggles to see God's hand in her life when she loses both parents and is sent to live with her wealthy, estranged aunt, who transforms her from awkward country bumpkin to socialite heiress. Six years later, she meets a young preacher and finds hope as they serve the Lord together.

Robert Hampton is deeply devoted to God and desires to take the gospel to the unreached natives of Brazil. He didn't expect to fall in love. When he is drafted, Robert is torn between his duty as a soldier and his budding affections for Ellie. Will Robert survive the trenches? Will he lose the only woman he's ever loved?

Ellie's journey takes her from her home in Cades Cove, Tennessee, to the concrete jungle of New York City, and finally to the harsh unforgiving world of the Amazon River Basin, where she meets Paul, a doctor who's lost his way, and Jack, a soldier with amnesia. Encountering anacondas, jaguars, and an antagonistic shaman, will Ellie give in to the fears that threaten to overwhelm her?

Or can she depend on God's grace to bring about His will for her life?


A historical fiction, with love, loss, heartbreak and second chances. 
I loved the spiritual aspect to this book. It dealt with waiting and obeying God's voice, and doing His will. Things that every young man and woman of God have to deal with. This book really challenged me. It was a deep read, with lots of meaning and feeling behind it. 

I have always had a heart for missions, so I feel in love with the Yanomami people though the wickedness broke my heart. But it is so real in our missions fields,so many people need the gospel! 

Gina's characters had depth and emotion. I felt what they were feeling! I felt the love, the hurt, the abandonment, the faith, the fear, the uncertainty. Real emotions. 

Romance was involved,but it wasn't the FOCUS. God was. And I loved the change of pace. It was different from any of my normal reads.

I had one small issue, it is more of a personal preference. There were a lot of descriptions in the book, it wasn't woven into the story very well. The descriptions were great, do not get me wrong! I just prefer subtle descriptions. 
It did take me a while to get INTO the book, but once I was I really enjoyed the characters and the story. 

All in all it was a fabulous read! A book I will read again, and a new author to enjoy! 
I will definitely be recommending this book to my friends and family.


*I received this book from the author for an honest review* *All thoughts and opinions are my own* 

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